Essays on Bown

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The Lake Moeris Quarry Road built while the Old Kingdom of Egypt between 26th and 22nd centuries B.C. is the oldest paved road of the world and is testimony to the excellent sense of planning and execution of the ancient Egyptians of that period. The 8-miles of the main road was built by placing large stone blocks that were kept on the desert sand and to facilitate passage of sledges filled with blocks of Basalt to the quay of Lake Moeris, and then on to River Nile. Those Basalt blocks were shipped downstream of Nile to construction sites in ...

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A vast contraction in world trade and the global economic environment leads to the financial crisis experienced today as countries fight for market share in the international trade. Most governments face pressure from their neighbors to create wealth and jobs creating a complex system governing commerce between states. The above situation creates desperate times that lead into desperate protectionist measures (Wyk 1). China fears protectionism having experienced the biggest ever financial crisis in 2009, and struggled over years to build its economy to its current position. China recorded 8% Gross Domestic Product (GDP) growth in 2009, a situation attributed to falling ...

International trade refers to the exchange of goods and services between two or more countries or states. International trade may also refer to the exchange of capital across international borders. International trade is responsible in regulating the gross domestic product which is very important in a country. The rising trade between countries has been influential in improving the political, economic and social factors in trading nations as they exchange their goods and services. International trade has been in existence for a long time where in the past long distance traders used to exchange goods and services like amber road and silk. ...

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Journalism has long been regarded as a symbol of democratic freedom; a country with no apparent democratic will to convey the truth in what’s happening in its society does not have the freedom of free speech. However, journalism does not always constitute absolute freedom because journalism itself follows predefined standards, principles and ethics that all journalists need to adhere upon. Some may argue that today’s journalism still lacks the fundamental ethical values that establish its credibility. Others may say that today’s journalism principles are well established and constitute meaningful purpose. Having said that, this paper will discuss the ...

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Trading between nations is very vital for the economic growth of trading partners. Due to globalization nations like Australia have opened their borders and boundaries for trade. Owing to the importance, trade treaties and organizations that promote fair treatments for trading partners have been established (Bown, 2011). This has led to Australia exporting live animals. Australia is known as one of the countries that has a vibrant trade on the exportation of live animals. Research reveals that this trade has brought about large amounts of revenue to the country. Moreover, it has created employment. Statistics of 2009 shows that Australia ...